Electrical
Get current on the aspects of home electricity, with how to's from planning to installation and beyond.
Understanding Battery Voltages | Tool Lab
In this Tool Lab video, master electrician Heath Eastman explains everything we’ve wanted to know about today’s power tool batteries.
Understanding Switch Leg Wiring
Master electrician Heath Eastman explains a common issue he finds in many folks’ homes—switch leg wiring—and explains how to fix it.
Why Heath Loves Electrical Finish Work
Master electrician Heath Eastman explains which phase of an electrical project he loves the most.
How To Use an Electric Voltage Tester
Host Kevin O’Connor and master electrician Heath Eastman discuss the different uses for voltage testers and test some of Heath’s favorite models.
How To Wire a Shed for Electricity
Learn how to wire a shed for electricity from master electrician Heath Eastman by following our detailed step-by-step guide.
Top 7 Tools for Electrical Projects
Master electrician Heath Eastman shows host Kevin O’Connor the tools he uses the most during day-to-day electrical work.
How To Install an AFCI Circuit Breaker
Ask This Old House master electrician Heath Eastman replaces the circuit breaker at his panel with one that's up to code.
What’s New With EV Chargers
Master electrician Heath Eastman and home tech expert Ross Trethewey discuss the progression of electric vehicle chargers.
Open House | Electrical Inspection
Ask This Old House Master Electrician, Heath Eastman, explains what to look for during a home electrical inspection.
How to Hang a TV on Brick Wall
Can you mount a TV on a brick wall? Absolutely. But mounting a TV on brick does take more preparation, knowledge, and tools than installing one on drywall. This guide will show you how to hang a TV on a brick wall so you can make the most of your wall space and elevate your entertainment.
How To Fix Flickering Lights in Your House
Ask This Old House Master Electrician Heath Eastman demonstrates a variety of ways to troubleshoot and repair flickering lights.
How To Install Deck Rail Lighting
Ask This Old House master electrician, Heath Eastman, installs undermount, LED deck railing lights to level up the outdoor ambiance.
Automatic Backup Power at the Seaside Victorian Cottage
At the This Old House Seaside Victorian Cottage, editor Chris Ermides meets up with electrician Ben Giles of South Shore Electrical to discuss everything you need to know about how to find the right home standby generator for your needs, and why placement matters.
How to Replace a Lamppost
Master electrician, Heath Eastman helps a homeowner replace his front lamppost with some hilarious code violations with a new post.
How to Strip Electrical Wire Safely and Effectively
Stripping wire may tricky at first, but read on to learn simple and safe ways for stripping electrical wires in your home.
How To Install Low-Voltage Landscape Lighting for Your Home
Read this guide and watch electrician Heath Eastman demonstrate how to install low-voltage landscape lighting for your yard.
The 5 Best 220 to 110 Adapters (2024 Review)
Before your next trip overseas, make sure you can use your devices with an adapter and converter from our list of the best 220 to 110 adapters on Amazon.
How to Safely Hang Outdoor Christmas Lights
In this DIY Smarts, This Old House Master Electrician Heath Eastman helps a homeowner safely install a variety of Christmas lights.
Protect Your Home From Electrical Damage | This Old House: LIVE!
This Old House master electrician Heath Eastman discusses the anatomy of arc-faults and demonstrates how Leviton’s AFCI receptacles can detect these electrical hazards and protect your home from fire and damage.
Updating a Push-Button Light Switch
Our guide shows you how to replace an antique push-button light switch without loosing your home's vintage charm.
How To Install a USB Outlet | This Old House: Live
Watch as Ask This Old House Master Electrician Heath Eastman updates a standard receptacle in his own kitchen to one that has USB inputs.
How To Wirelessly Connect Multiple Light Switches in Your Home
Ask This Old House master electrician Heath Eastman helps a homeowner connect four separate switches to control six lights in the same room.
Best Portable Generators (2024 Guide)
Generators keep you prepared for at-home power outages as well as outdoor camping trips. This review examines the best portable generators.
How to Choose a Bathroom Exhaust Fan
Ask This Old House master electrician Heath Eastman discusses new technology for bathroom vent fans.
How To Ground a Two-Prong Electrical Outlet
Ungrounded outlets pose a serious safety hazard. Learn how to identify ungrounded outlets and ground a two-prong electrical outlet.
How to Insulate Around Recessed LED Fixtures
Scott Caron offers advice on how to keep your home energy-efficient when using recessed lights
Running Electricity to Your Kitchen Island
Running electricity to your island shouldn’t be too difficult, especially if you’re taking out the existing cabinets.
How To Install a GFCI Outlet
Is your wiring more than 20 years old? Here's how to safely upgrade your GFCI outlets and ensure compliance with local code requirements.
How To Wire a Portable Generator
Ask This Old House master electrician Heath Eastman explains a few different methods for hooking up a portable generator to a house.
Inside Your Home’s Electrical Service Panel
Learn all about your home’s power distribution center in this helpful guide on home electrical service panels.
How To Install a Dimmer Switch
Installing a dimmer switch is one of the easiest DIY electrical projects you can do. Read these steps on how to install one in your home.
How To Choose an Electrical Box
Ask This Old House master electrician Heath Eastman explains the uses and purposes of different types of electrical boxes.